Concord, Jan 29. 1847.My dear daughter
After the death of our dear little Nellie I wrote to you; directing my letter to the care of Miss Lyon. I have wondered that you have not written in return before this. Supposing that your vacation is closed I now forward to you forty dollars, of which $30 are to pay the remainder of your school bill, and $10 for incidental expenses. Should you need more, in the course of the term, let me know it, and I will forward it [to] you. I hope you have enjoyed a pleasant vacation, and in health return to your studies. May you be prepared in pursuing them and become qualified both by education & grace for much usefulness.
We remembered you on your birth-day and wish you another & happy new year .. Mother is gaining slowly in health ... the babe is well. Jane is not very well. The other children as usual. Mrs. Lilley has returned home. Geo. Morrill died of palsy, on Saturday night the 27th last after a sickness of about 9 days & is to be buried tomorrow. Rev. Mr. Tim Brooch [?] died in Danvers, on the 21st last. I would write more but have not time. I wish you would write, on receiving this. & let me know how you do &c. Mother & all send [...].
Your affectionate Father N. Bouton.
[According to familysearch.org, her father's name is Nathaniel. Harriet doesn't seem to have sisters named Jane or Nellie, so I don't know who they are.]